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Spirited AwayEdo-Tokyo Open Air Architectural Museum
Multi-source verified江戸東京たてもの園
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The Edo-Tokyo Open Air Architectural Museum in Koganei houses preserved historic buildings that Miyazaki visited for research, directly inspiring Spirited Away's spirit town streetscapes. The museum's relocated Meiji and Taisho-era buildings, including a traditional public bathhouse, bring the anime's mysterious shopping street to life.
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JR Chuo Line, Musashi-Koganei Station North Exit, then Seibu Bus (5 min ride)
Featured in 1 anime
- Spirited Away
Miyazaki Hayao is known to have visited this museum for inspiration. The Kodakara-yu bathhouse and the Taisho-era commercial buildings strongly resemble the spirit town's shopping street in the film.
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Weekday mornings for a quiet, immersive experience
Moderate; popular with Ghibli fans
Photography allowed throughout the outdoor exhibits
Cherry blossoms in spring and autumn colors frame the historic buildings beautifully; closed Mondays
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